How is Krishna related to the festival Holi?

"The first and most popular legend associated with 'Holi' is the well known story of 'Vaishnava' theology, where 'Hiranyakashyap', the king of demons had a Vishnu devotee son 'Prahlad'. He tried to wane ... Fascinated by the idea, Krishna proceeded to do so and thus, introduced the festival of colours. read more

Holi Related Festivals Holi is considered as an important festival of India and is celebrated around the country with great zeal and enthusiasm. There are also a great many of Holi related festivals that are celebrated in different states of India. read more

The Festival Of Love Holi is the celebration of love between Radha and Krishna. That is why there is a custom of applying colours to one's beloved on Holi. Lovers apply colours to their beloved as an expression of their love and affection. read more

For example, at Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, NYC Holi Hai in Manhattan, New York and Festival of Colors: Holi NYC in New York City, New York, Holi is celebrated as the Festival of Color, where thousands of people gather from all over the United States, play and mingle. read more